Craftsman 917.28634 Operator's Manual page 12

TO USE CRUISE CONTROL
The cruise control feature can be used for
forward travel only.
SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS
The cruise control shoutd only be used
while mowing or transporting on relatively
smooth, straight surfaces, Other condi-
tions such as trimming at slow speeds
may cause the cruise control to dis-
engage Do not use the cruise control on
slopes, rough terrian or while trimmimg or
turning
• With forward drive pedal (K) depressed
to desired speed, pulf cruise control
lever (J) up and hold while lifting your
foot off the pedal, then release the lever,
To disengage the cruise control, depress
the brake pedal or tap on forward drive
pedal.
TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
The position of the attachment lift lever (A)
determines the cutting height.
• Put attachment lift lever in desired cut-
ting height slot.
The cutting height range is approxi-
mately 1" to 4". The heights are mea-
sured from the ground to the blade tip with
the engine not running. These heights
are approximate and may vary depending
upon soil conditions, height of grass and
types of grass being mowed
• The average lawn should be cutto ap-
proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool
season and to over 3 inches during hot
months. For healthier and better look-
ing lawns, mow often and after moderate
growth.
• For best cutting performance, grass over
6 inches in height should be mowed
twice° Make the first cut relatively high;
the second to desired height.
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS
Gauge wheels are properly adjusted
when they are slightly off the ground when
mower is at the desired cutting height in
operating position. Gauge wheels then
keep the deck in proper position to help
prevent scalping in most terrain conditions,
NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor
on a flat level surface,
1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height
(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING
HEIGHT" in this section of manual).
2. With mower in desired height of cut
position, gauge wheels should be
assembled so they are slightly off the
ground. Install gauge wheel in appro_
priate hole. Tighten securely,
3. Repeat for all, installing gauge wheel in
same adjustment hole.
TO OPERATE MOWER
Your tractor is equipped with an operator
presence sensing switch. Any attempt
by the operator to leave the seat with the
engine running and the attachment clutch
engaged will shut off the engine. You must
remain fully and centrally positioned in the
seat to prevent the engine from hesitating
or cutting off when operating your equip-
ment on rough, roiling terrain or hills.
1. Select desired height of cut with at-
tachment lift lever.
2, Start mower blades by engaging at-
tachment clutch control,
TO STOP MOWER BLADES -
disengage attachment clutch control,
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